Djente di Kacho (Dog's Teeth Coconut Candy)

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A popular treat from the Dutch Antilles, make this candy by combining chopped coconut in sugar syrup.

Submitted by Linda

Published on June 18, 2020

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

20

Yield:

20 pieces

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Ingredients

1 whole coconut, shelled and drained
1 cup water
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Directions

Chop the coconut meat into pieces about 1/2 inch square.
Place water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in cinnamon and sugar until dissolved. Boil mixture until liquid reduces to a syrup consistency, then stir in coconut pieces. Add the lime juice, and turn off heat.
Place spoonfuls of sugared coconut mixture into small paper cups. Cool in cups until hardened.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

90	Calories
7g	Fat
8g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 20
Calories 90
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g	8%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Sodium 4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 1g	1%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 4mg	0%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 72mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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